Traffic Accident In Jawzjan Kills One, Injures Six Others

On February 23, 2026, a tragic series of road accidents in northern Afghanistan resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. The most recent incident occurred in Jawzjan province, where a passenger vehicle veered off the road, leading to the death of one individual and injuries to six others, including women and children. Qari Abdul Sattar, the police spokesman, stated, "The accident occurred on Sunday evening when a Passo-type vehicle overturned on the Shiberghan-Andkhoy district route." The injured were promptly evacuated to Jawzjan Provincial Hospital for treatment. Additionally, a separate accident in Samangan province resulted in two more deaths and injuries to two others, highlighting the ongoing issues with road safety in the region. As reported by Xinhua, "Officials blamed reckless driving for both accidents and urged drivers to follow traffic rules strictly to avoid further tragedies."